The following research and analysis processes were implemented for this project:

• Literature review to identify barriers and facilitators to substance use disorder (SUD) treatment
• Qualitative interviews with physicians and physicians in training in Sedgwick County to understand local barriers and facilitators to SUD treatment
• A survey of physicians and physicians in training in Sedgwick County to determine perceived barriers regarding the provision of preventive and treatment services for patients with a substance use disorder.

Interview Results

Staff from the Department of Population Health conducted 26 interviews with physicians, residents and medical students to understand barriers and facilitators to treating SUD in Sedgwick County. This report highlights quotes from attending physicians, residents, and medical students that were representative of interviewees’ responses to questions and comments.

• PPTA Interview Results (PDF)

Survey Results

The 26 interviews informed the development of a survey that was administered to physicians, residents and medical students in Sedgwick County to assess perceived barriers and ways to address those barriers. The electronic survey was available March 30, 2024, through April 8, 2024. This report highlights the findings from the survey and what our team has done to address the needs identified from the survey. 

• PPTA Survey Results (PDF)